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bournemouth Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
05:21pm

Swell

1ft

Cross wind

Cross

4mph

5mph

Rising tide

High

05:02pm

Weather

20°C

19°C

3/2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 25 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 8s		Cross 12mph 16mph	Flat	19°C
Flat		Cross 13mph 17mph	Flat	19°C
Flat		Cross 11mph 15mph	Flat	19°C
1ft 9s		Cross 9mph 11mph	Flat	19°C
1ft 10s		Cross 8mph 9mph	Flat	19°C
1ft 7s	0-1ft 11s	Cross 4mph 5mph	0-1ft 11s	20°C
1ft 5s	1ft 9s	Cross 4mph 4mph	1ft 9s	20°C
1-2ft 15s	1ft 6s	Cross 8mph 9mph	1ft 6s	19°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 18s	1ft 5s	On 17mph 20mph	1ft 5s	18°C
4ft 18s	1ft 4s	On 20mph 23mph	1ft 4s	18°C
3-4ft 17s	1ft 5s	On 18mph 23mph	1ft 5s	18°C

Tommorrow 27 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 15s	1ft 6s	Cross 22mph 26mph	1ft 6s	18°C 0.13mm/h
2ft 14s	1ft 4s	On 20mph 25mph	1ft 4s	17°C 0.07mm/h
1-2ft 14s	1ft 10s	On 16mph 19mph	1ft 10s	17°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 12s	1ft 11s	On 18mph 20mph	1ft 11s	17°C
0-1ft 8s	1ft 12s	On 20mph 23mph	1ft 12s	17°C
1-3ft 6s	1-2ft 9s	On 23mph 25mph	1-2ft 9s	17°C

Friday 29 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2-3ft 6s	1ft 10s	Cross 25mph 29mph	1ft 10s	18°C 0.37mm/h
1-2ft 5s	1ft 10s	Cross 25mph 30mph	1ft 10s	18°C 0.13mm/h
1ft 5s	1ft 10s	Cross 25mph 30mph	1ft 10s	18°C

Saturday 30 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 11s	0-1ft 9s	On 20mph 23mph	0-1ft 9s	17°C 0.1mm/h
1ft 7s	1ft 10s	On 21mph 25mph	1ft 10s	18°C 0.07mm/h
1-2ft 7s	0-1ft 10s	Cross 21mph 25mph	0-1ft 10s	18°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 8s	On 9mph 10mph	Flat	16°C
2ft 7s	On 8mph 8mph	Flat	17°C
2ft 7s	On 9mph 8mph	Flat	17°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 7s	On 26mph 30mph	Flat	16°C 0.26mm/h
1ft 8s	On 27mph 31mph	Flat	16°C 0.27mm/h
1-2ft 8s	On 28mph 31mph	Flat	16°C 0.37mm/h

Tuesday 02 Sep

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 9s	1-2ft 11s	On 19mph 20mph	1-2ft 11s	16°C 0.17mm/h
2-3ft 7s	1-2ft 10s	Cross 30mph 36mph	1-2ft 10s	15°C 1.33mm/h
2-3ft 9s	0-1ft 5s	Cross 41mph 48mph	0-1ft 5s	17°C 2.55mm/h

Wednesday 03 Sep

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-3ft 10s	0-1ft 5s	Cross 30mph 35mph	0-1ft 5s	16°C 0.36mm/h
1-2ft 12s		Cross 28mph 30mph	Flat	16°C 0.13mm/h
1ft 12s		Cross 24mph 27mph	Flat	17°C

Historical data

Location guide

Bournemouth, a popular seaside resort on the southern coast of England, is notable for its surfing conditions. Although it cannot compete with world-class destinations like Hawaii or Australia, the surf in Bournemouth provides an exciting and user-friendly experience for both beginner and intermediate surfers. Being adjacent to the English Channel, Bournemouth's surfing conditions are predominantly dependent on the prevailing wind conditions. The wind tends to blow from the South and South West quite often, generating rideable waves for surfers. The warmer months between April and October typically provide the most consistent conditions for surfing, with swells reaching between 2 to 5 feet on a good day. Bournemouth's sandy beach break offers safe and forgiving surf conditions ideal for beginners or those seeking to improve their skills without the dangers of a rocky outcrop or heavy rip currents. While the power of the waves might not be suitable for advanced surfers seeking an adrenaline rush, the waves' fun and playful nature provides ample opportunities for intermediate surfers to cut their teeth on trickier maneuvers and refine their techniques. One unique feature of Bournemouth is the presence of the UK's first artificial surf reef at Boscombe, Bournemouth. While the surf reef has had mixed reviews and varied success, it does produce a wave under specific conditions. When it works, surfers can experience a far quicker and more challenging ride than the beach break alone. Bournemouth's approach to facilities and surf culture can't be understated. There are a plethora of surf schools and rental shops near the beach, making it convenient for those without their own equipment. Local surf schools are beneficial, especially for beginners, providing valuable insights into surf etiquette, wave judgment, and effective paddling techniques. In conclusion, while Bournemouth might not produce world-class waves, it's a fantastic place to learn and consistently surf. Its welcoming environment, combined with decent surf conditions and easily accessible surf infrastructure, make it an attractive destination in the UK for beginner and intermediate surfers.